User:Honeywil/Mobility Agreement

A Mobility Agreement refers to a plan prepared by the customer and a Home Care Services staff member, with the objective of promoting day-to-day exercise.

Safe mobility is a prerequisite for the quality of living and management of daily tasks in the life of the elderly customer. Preferred forms of exercise contribute to vigour, improve the mood and maintain muscle strength and mobility. The Home Care Services will investigate the mobility of the customer, his/her need for recreation and ensure that the required care equipment are available for the use of the customer.

The mobility agreement can include the following, for example:

• Home exercise programme (including exercises such as stand-ups from a chair and balance exercises). • Taking the stairs. • Chores at home, watering the plants for example. • Recreation, for example with a volunteer. • Help and information about group exercises.

The objective of muscle exercises and home chores is to improve muscle strength, balance and functionality. Home care employees provide assistance in selecting and monitoring the exercises. If necessary, the services of a physiotherapist or an occupational therapist can be used.